John Lurie
John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer. He co-founded The Lounge Lizards jazz ensemble, has acted in 19 films, including Stranger than Paradise and Down by Law, has composed and performed music for 20 television and film works, and produced, directed, and starred in the Fishing with John television series. In 1996 his soundtrack for Get Shorty was nominated for a Grammy Award, and his album The Legendary Marvin Pontiac: Greatest Hits has been praised by critics and musicians alike. Since 2000 Lurie has suffered from chronic Lyme disease and has focused his attention on painting.
Known for
ActingBirthday
December 14, 1952Gender
MaleKnown Movie Credits
54Place of birth
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USACast credits
Stranger Than Paradise
WillieParis, Texas
"Slater"Down by Law
JackThe Last Temptation of Christ
James, ApostleBlue in the Face
Saxophone playerNew Rose Hotel
Distinguished ManPermanent Vacation
Sax PlayerFace Addict
HimselfSubway Riders
The SaxophonistJohn Lurie and the Lounge Lizards Live in Berlin 1991
Alto & Soprano SaxophoneThe Little Devil
CusatelliDowntown '81
SelfWild at Heart
SparkyRome '78
Stranger Than Paradise
WillieRed Italy
Sleepwalk
FrankCrew credits
Stranger Than Paradise
Original Music Composer, IdeaMystery Train
Original Music Composer, MusicianBlue in the Face
MusicGet Shorty
Original Music ComposerAnimal Factory
Original Music ComposerRoadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain
Additional MusicSubway Riders
Original Music ComposerFace Addict
MusicKeep It for Yourself
MusicPermanent Vacation
Musician, MusicDown by Law
Original Music ComposerVariety
Original Music ComposerDeath By Unnatural Causes
MusicLulu on the Bridge
MusicExcess Baggage
Original Music ComposerClay Pigeons
MusicFigaro Story
MusicManny & Lo
Original Music ComposerBrace Up!
Music